The six of them stood up simultaneously and Sword Douluo appeared to be contemplating whether to give these young students an opportunity. Could these children really handle it?
"Step aside! No need!" Wang Feng's face hardened, and he shouted, "A person should take responsibility for their actions. I know what I agreed to and I'm willing to bear these three kicks alone. It has nothing to do with all of you! Don't speak nonsense. Senior Sword, bring it on! I can handle just three kicks!"
His voice rang out confidently, emitting a unique charisma that left everyone in awe.
Tang San felt a surge of admiration, "That's the Feng'ge I know, always willing to shoulder the burden on his own and never burdening his companions."
"This kid's got quite the spirit." Zhao Wuji mused to himself.
Back when he was on the receiving end of Tang Hao's blows, even he hadn't shown such determination.
Wang Feng stood his ground, fearless and resolute. It was a stark contrast to what one might expect. Ning Rongrong's gaze at him also shone brightly, her cheeks tinged with a slight blush. Zhu Zhuqing also glanced at Wang Feng, her silence speaking volumes. The others watched in speechless admiration.
This was a Titled Douluo!
"Well said." Sword Douluo exclaimed, taken aback by Wang Feng's determination. He looked at Wang Feng seriously and grinned, "In that case, everyone else disperse and don't delay. Let's get this over with, dawn is approaching."
As everyone reluctantly dispersed, they couldn't help but keep their eyes locked on the impending showdown. Their fists were clenched involuntarily.
Wang Feng's gaze sharpened as he prepared to face the three kicks from a Titled Douluo. He couldn't afford to underestimate them. While these kicks might not be as powerful as the Titan Giant Ape's leaping assault, it wasn't something Wang Feng could take lightly. It would all depend on how much strength Sword Douluo put into those kicks.
Underneath his clothes, the Black Thorns Armor was at the ready too. All eyes were on him.
After a moment of contemplation, Wang Feng's body trembled slightly and then, three soul rings slowly lit up on him.
Purple, Black, Black!
The sight left everyone on the spot stunned, including Sword Douluo himself.
On his way here, Sword Douluo had heard about this extraordinary young talent. As Ning Rongrong often spoke highly of Wang Feng, mentioning that despite being at level 30, he possessed a thousand-year soul ring and even a ten-thousand-year old soul ring.
But what took Sword Douluo by surprise was the revelation that Wang Feng had absorbed another ten-thousand-year soul ring.
"It appears he must have absorbed the Mysterious Thorns Black Turtle soul ring... intriguing, very intriguing. That's a 30,000-year-old soul beast, normally even a 60th-level Soul Emperor wouldn't dare to absorb it!" Sword Douluo's eyes narrowed slightly.
"No wonder this young man had the audacity to take my three kicks earlier. The Mysterious Thorns Black Turtle possesses incredible defensive power... It seems my kicks won't be able to injure him that bad!"
As a Titled Douluo, Sword Douluo could instantly deduce the origin of Wang Feng's soul rings. It was within his expectations after he had left the Mysterious Thorns Black Turtle half-dead.
However, the onlookers from a distance were even more astounded.
"Damn! Another ten-thousand-year old soul ring! When did Wang Feng absorb that?" Oscar muttered, "His soul rings, the most powerful one was supposed to be a ten thousand years old one..."
"It's not just any thousand years, it's an eight-thousand-year old soul ring and the second one was above ten-thousand-year old one... and, I think brother Feng's third soul ring might be at least 20,000 years old or above!"
Tang San whispered softly, using the color and marks of the soul ring to make a more accurate judgment.
Ning Rongrong was flushed with excitement but chose to remain silent.
Dai Mubai nodded with a hint of a smile. "Thankfully, I had mentally prepared myself for this."
Ma Hongjun couldn't help but express his envy. "Even if you handed me a 30,000-year soul ring, I wouldn't dare to absorb it. I have no idea what kind of soul skill/ability it would give..."
Zhu Zhuqing remained silent, while Zhao Wuji's eyes gleamed with curiosity.
At this moment, Wang Feng activated the Golden Lotus in his hand. He first invoked his [Deification] state and then utilized the Black Lotus, adding his third soul ability, Lotus of Thorn, as a black thorn like barrier formed around him.
Observing Wang Feng's martial soul, Sword Douluo's eyes flickered with interest. "You used this barrier to withstand the Titan Giant Ape for two seconds? My kick, however, is not that straightforward."
Sword Douluo sheathed his sword and took a slight leap, directing a kick straight toward the barrier.
Wang Feng's eyes narrowed as the two collided.
Boom!
A muffled sound reverberated through the air!
The moment Sword Douluo kicked the barrier, his expression shifted. It was like a wave of force rebounded from the barrrier, causing his feet to tingle. Remarkably, the barrier showed only a few minor cracks.
With this kick, Sword Douluo was merely testing its defenses, he hadn't managed to break Black Lotus's defensive guard. After all, he's not a Titan Giant Ape with unparalleled might.
What's even more impressive is that the Black Lotus has now absorbed a 30,000-year old soul ring, becoming the mature Black Lotus and enhancing the defensive capabilities of the barrier even further.
"Attack rebound effect?" Sword Douluo exclaimed in surprise. He couldn't believe the strength of this defensive cover.
Everyone watching was equally stunned. Initially, Wang Feng stood within the enigmatic black barrier, resisting the Titan Giant Ape's assault for over two seconds. Now, it appeared that even a Titled Douluo couldn't kick it off and destroy the barrier easily.
Sword Douluo was also sent flying by the black light shield's/barrier's strength, but he managed to regain his composure mid-air, landing gracefully without any embarrassment.
Onlookers thought Sword Douluo had failed to break the barrier with his kick, but little did they know...
Wang Feng's eyes widened as he examined the foot that Sword Douluo had used to kick the shield. It trembled ever so slightly, not obviously noticeable.
With the defensive barrier's rebounding ability, it seemed like its strength had surged by more than a notch. Wang Feng was certain that Sword Douluo's kick was far from weak as it seemed.
In fact, it was powerful enough to trigger the rebounding effect!
"Yes, it seems I'll have to give it my all." Sword Douluo remarked casually.
He decided to use his other foot this time, as the previous one had gone a little numb from kicking the barrier. This kid's defensive shield was proving to be quite unusual. Could it really rebound all the power he had attacked with?
With determination, Sword Douluo soared into the sky once more and the sheer aura emanating from him left everyone awestruck.
Boom!
He aimed another kick at the same spot on the barrier as before.
Click!
In the next instant, the barrier suddenly shattered! However, Sword Douluo also hastily retreated and landed back on the ground. This time, Wang Feng could clearly see both of Sword Douluo's feet trembling slightly.
"Wow, that was impressive." Wang Feng thought to himself.
"Even without using soul power and martial soul, Sword Douluo's raw physical strength alone is not to be underestimated. That kick was definitely his full-strength physically. If it had hit me, I'd be in deep trouble. Luckily, this barrier is incredibly strong and can rebound attacks. Now, he must be feeling quite uncomfortable."
Surprisingly, Sword Douluo was less injured than Wang Feng had expected. Despite enduring the same force in his feet, his robust physique left them only slightly numb.
Everyone witnessing this scene couldn't help but take a deep breath.
"Those are the two kicks from a Titled Douluo." Zhao Wuji muttered.
"It took two kicks to break through that kid's barrier. This defensive power is not much weaker than using the Martial Soul True Body. And it's still a ranged group wide defensive ability. What kind of martial soul skill is this... it seems even stronger than when we faced the Titan Giant Ape."
He had a keen eye and noticed the difference.
The rest could only feel the shock. When they fought the Titan Giant Ape before, they hadn't fully grasped its power.
Now, seeing Sword Douluo break through the barrier with two kicks, they could truly appreciate the incredible defensive strength of this black shield like barrier!
"The final kick. Are you ready, kid?" Sword Douluo asked, shaking his foot lightly and sporting a smile. "I will not hold back. Take this kick seriously."
"Bring it on," Wang Feng declared, puffing out his chest. "Black Thorns Armor, it's up to you! Don't let me down. I'm in perfect condition now."
With his [Deification] soul skill's full attribute increase, the added defense from the Black Thorns Armor, the next-level physical fitness and the Lotus of Thorns soul skill/ability defense boost, Wang Feng felt invincible right now. He couldn't fathom how he could be injured.
Sword Douluo gracefully leaped into the air again and delivered a powerful kick directly to Wang Feng's chest. Spectators held their breath as they watched.
In the next instant, a wave of terrifying shockwave radiated from both of them, rustling the leaves around. Simultaneously, the expressions on Wang Feng and Sword Douluo's faces shifted dramatically.
Wang Feng's complexion turned ashen as he suddenly spat out blood, staggering backward but still managing to stay on his feet.
Sword Douluo, on the other hand, remained rooted in place, his legs trembling uncontrollably visibly.
"What in the world is on his chest? It's so unbelievably hard!" Sword Douluo couldn't contain his shock.
"I delivered a full-powered kick and even Zhao Wuji would've been pushed back farther! Yet, he only took a few steps back? Moreover, an incredibly powerful force rebounded from his chest! It's making my entire body feel weak... Could this be somehow weakening my body's defenses or maybe a debuff?"
Sword Douluo was left thoroughly perplexed.
Even without using martial soul and soul power, Sword Douluo hadn't even tapped into one-twentieth of his true strength. Even though his physical fitness was undeniably exceptional.
Sword Douluo found himself rather perplexed. Even though the black barrier could fully rebound his own power, this kid seemed to possess an even stranger ability. Not only did it rebound power, but it also appeared to somehow weaken his defense after attacking him. It was like facing a hedgehog within a hedgehog!
At this point, Wang Feng remained blissfully unaware of Sword Douluo's astonishment.
"Your kick, Senior, is truly remarkable, simply amazing!" Wang Feng praised, wiping away the blood.
"I was quite arrogant earlier."
In truth, he wasn't injured at all. The blood had been forcefully expelled. Wang Feng felt it necessary to give Sword Douluo some face, otherwise, he'd be questioning his own abilities. He didn't want to leave Sword Douluo feeling embarrassed.
Meanwhile, the bystanders who had been left completely stunned began to regain their composure.
"Good job," Sword Douluo remarked after a moment of silence. He quickly steadied his trembling legs and continued with a smile, "Yes, very impressive. It's estimated that no one below level 70 could withstand a kick from me, a Titled Douluo. Yet, you managed it at just over level 30! I'm truly impressed!"
Wang Feng silently thought, 'I have used up nearly everything I have? And I barely withstood a kick from a Titled Douluo like you without sacrificing my pride?'
But then again, did I even have any pride left, Wang Feng?
He surmised that Sword Douluo probably wouldn't be able to discern the external soul bone on his body, after all, such items were exceedingly rare.
"Wang Feng, are you okay?" Ning Rongrong, who had initially been arrogant, approached with concern.
After inquiring about Wang Feng's condition, Ning Rongrong turned and grumbled, "Grandpa Sword, you're a Titled Douluo! Even without using martial soul and soul power, can't you hold back a little? What's the point of this? He's only level 30!"
Sword Douluo remained speechless. It was he who ended up injured in this exchange! Sword Douluo couldn't help but sigh inwardly. Even though Wang Feng had spat out a mouthful of blood, he could see that the kid had done it just to save his face.
In reality, Wang Feng hadn't been hurt nearly as much by the rebound as he let on. He had truly turned the tables on Sword Douluo!
However, Sword Douluo decided to keep this to himself, after all, he had his own pride to protect.
"Well, Rongrong, I suddenly remembered I have to go." Sword Douluo declared.
He summoned his Seven Killing Sword Martial Soul and cast a fleeting glance at Wang Feng.
"Wang Feng, I'm not concerned about you and Rongrong. But Zhao Wuji, if any more harm befalls Rongrong within your Shrek Academy, next time, it won't be as simple as a warning! Humph!"
With that, Sword Douluo left using his flying sword, leaving behind a chilly atmosphere.
A collective sigh of relief swept through the onlookers. The presence of a Titled Douluo had been overwhelmingly pressuring.
Shortly after Jian Douluo's departure, another figure emerged from the forest...
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